In November of 1996, Daniel Halyk, a 28-year-old securities lawyer at Bennett Jones LLP in Calgary, founded Total Energy Services Inc. (originally named Anorak Capital Corporation). Incorporated as a junior
Murals, revamped spaces and even a newly-branded arts university – Calgary’s bustling arts scene represents a positive step forward for the city as it looks for better ways to connect
Technology continues to impact life! Few could or would argue. Relationships; lifestyles; industry; and the way business is done. There is expert consensus that businesses and specific industry sectors embrace
By definition, a “trade” is an occupation requiring manual or mechanical skill – a career not suited for everyone. But for those who enjoy manual labour and/or building things, exploring
Despite lingering and tired tales of the downturn, combined with a wait-and-see attitude about Alberta’s new government and the realities of Calgary’s new economy, there is positive momentum and trending
In early July, the usual Stampede routine unfolded. Calgarians let loose for a while and politicians used the event as essentially free publicity. However, there was a curious political (non)
A tremendous amount of work is necessary to ensure our Stampede runs smoothly, and attracts the crowds. It has a busy marketing team that are well supported by the crew
It might feel like a distant memory, but there have been times in Calgary’s history where vacancy rates for residential properties have fallen below one per cent. The current real
When Willie Unger started his electrical contracting company in Hague, Saskatchewan, in 1979, he had big dreams and small resources. With little more than a few partners, a dirt-floor shop
When is the last time you thought about a seed? Seeds are small but incredibly significant, representing 90 per cent of the world’s global food supply. Without understanding, improving, analyzing
